'Arktis' Icebreaker Cruise and Ice Floating in the Isfjorden from Longyearbyen, Svalbard
Set off on an icebreaker cruise from Longyearbyen in Svalbard and discover the Isfjorden in a completely new way with an optional ice floating session!
Practical information
Set off on a 6-hour exploration cruise on the Isfjorden from Longyearbyen, including a hot lunch and an optional Arctic floating session in a drysuit.
- Enjoy a unique ice floating experience in a waterproof survival suit within a protected natural area.
- Lunch is included on board and features a hot vegetarian soup served in a heated lounge with panoramic views.
- Benefit from a return bus transfer service included from selected hotels in Longyearbyen.
Course of events
Please allow 7 hours on site for the entire experience.
- Get picked up by bus from your hotel in Longyearbyen according to the scheduled times, or go directly to the tourist pier (Coal Miners Cabin at 08:30, Gjestehuset 102 at 08:30, Funken Lodge at 08:35, Svalbard Hotel Polfareren at 08:40, Radisson Blu Polar Hotel at 08:40, Tourist Pier at 08:45)
- Meet your guide at the Longyearbyen tourist pier, walk to the ship and complete check-in formalities, including verification of tickets and passenger details
- The icebreaker Arktis sets sail at 09:00, marking the start of the scenic cruise through the wild landscapes of Isfjorden, with commentary from the on-board guides
- The ship will stop between 11.30 am and 1.30 pm for the optional Arctic floating experience in a drysuit, with lunch served on board, including hot vegetarian soup
- Spot local Arctic wildlife (seals, seabirds, whales) and sail back to port
- Arrive at the tourist jetty at 3.00 pm, return of equipment and end of the activity
- Take the return coach transfer to your hotel in Longyearbyen (estimated arrival between 15:15 and 15:25, depending on your accommodation)
Activity requirements
The flotation activity is optional and requires participants to be able to swim and be taller than 140 cm.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
You need to be in good physical condition to take part in this activity.
Please be ready for the transfer or at the tour departure point 10 minutes before meeting time.
Special terms
This activity is not recommended for pregnant women.
This activity is not accessible to people with disabilities.
Pets are not permitted to take part in this activity.
The duration and route of this activity depend on the weather.
Since wildlife is unpredictable, their presence is never guaranteed.
Please let the instructor know in the email following your booking if you have any dietary restrictions.
This activity is free for children aged 0 to 3.
Spoken languages:
EnglishIncluded
- Certified professional guide
- Dry suit
- Lunch (vegetarian soup)
- Bus pick-up and drop-off service (from selected hotels)
- On-board toilets and changing rooms
- Fuel
Excluded
- Food and drinks
- Parking charges
- Personal expenditure
Do not forget to bring
- Waterproof jacket
- Warm thermal clothing
- Camera
- Binoculars
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Step aboard the icebreaker "Arktis" — a vessel offering breathtaking views of the Arctic landscapes from its cafeteria and comfortable indoor lounges. Thanks to the included shuttle service, you can easily reach the embarkation point from your hotel in Longyearbyen. Once on board, a team of professionals will accompany you on an unforgettable adventure into the heart of the Isfjorden — Norway's second longest fjord.
During this icebreaker cruise in Svalbard, you'll have a unique opportunity to admire the Arctic landscapes and perhaps even encounter its wildlife! Seals, seabirds, and even whales can generally be spotted in the remote reaches of the Isfjorden. To make the excursion even more enriching, naturalist guides will share their extensive knowledge of the Arctic ecosystem, fjord geology, and local history throughout.
If you have basic swimming ability and would like to, an ice floating session is available during the cruise. Kitted out in a dry suit, you'll experience a truly one-of-a-kind meditative moment amidst the white landscapes of Svalbard. After your ice floating session in the Arctic waters, a warming bowl of soup will be waiting for you on board before the return to Longyearbyen — the perfect opportunity to settle in comfortably inside, warm up, and savour a well-earned meal.
This icebreaker cruise in the Isfjorden is accessible to everyone, including families with children, provided participants are at least 140 cm tall to take part in the optional floating activity. All safety and flotation equipment is provided by the team — all you need to bring is warm thermal clothing to make the most of the outdoor decks.
Book your Svalbard boat excursion now and prepare for the unique thrill of floating in the Arctic Ocean!